Little Barn Apothecary purifying face cleanser
Works for
CleansingSodium cocoamphoacetate, Cocamidopropyl betaine + 1 moreCleanses gently
“purifying face cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside, sodium cocoamphoacetate) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: cocamidopropyl betaine, decyl glucoside
Anti-blemishAloe barbadensis leaf juiceNot delivered
“purifying face cleanser is designed to be used daily to keep your skin healthy and clear through deep cleansing on a routine basis.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 flagged ingredients — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Aloe barbadensis leaf juice~6.1–9.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juiceSodium cocoamphoacetate~5.3–7.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent. Creates foam
More about Sodium cocoamphoacetateCocamidopropyl betaine~4–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineDecyl glucoside~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideGlucose~1.6–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
More about GlucoseSodium chloride~1.4–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideCharcoal~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carbon~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cyamopsis tetragonoloba gum~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Melaleuca leucadendron cajuputi leaf oil~0.2–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Ocimum basilicum oil~0.1–0.35%
Ocimum basilicum extract~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract mostly used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Ocimum basilicum extractIngredient list view
Water, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice, Sodium cocoamphoacetate, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Decyl glucoside, Glucose, Sodium chloride, Unknown, Charcoal, Carbon, Cyamopsis tetragonoloba gum, Melaleuca leucadendron cajuputi leaf oil, Ocimum basilicum oil, Unknown, Ocimum basilicum extract
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Little Barn Apothecarypurifying face cleanserYOUR PRODUCT | VitaminSea.beautyRed Algae Coconut Oil Gel Facial Cleanser | Medik8Gentle Cleanser | REVOLUTION SKINCARECleansing Jelly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 41% | 40% | 39% |
| Price | $32.00 | — | $8.64−$23.36 | $8.03−$23.97 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 | 3 of 3 |
| Key difference | — | Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract | Glycerin | Glycerin |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Adorn Cosmetics Basics Natural Gel Cleanser | RefillableSukin Sensitive Cleansing Gel
Sources cited in this review
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